Doctor of Philosophy by research in Chemical Engineering
“The PhD by research program provides chemical engineers a greater opportunity for improving or developing further their capabilities in providing quality instruction and in undertaking research and development projects.”
curriculum description
The PhD by research program provides chemical engineers a greater opportunity for improving or developing further their capabilities in providing quality instruction and in undertaking research and development projects. After completing the program, the student should be able to:
- can generate an original research that would provide strategic, practical, socially-relevant and innovative solutions for complex, real world problems through utilization of advanced knowledge and skills in the field of Chemical Engineering ; and
- can effectively communicate research outputs, through highly-cited refereed publications and technical presentations, that could serve as relevant inputs to further research (basic or applied), policy making, or development of a technology for a potential enterprise.
Admission requirements
To qualify for admission to the PhD by Research in Chemical Engineering, the applicant:
- must be a holder of Bachelor of Science (BS) Chemical Engineering degree or its equivalent*, and Master of Science (MS) degree in Chemical Engineering or related fields* from a recognized institution;
- for non-BS Chemical Engineering graduates, must have earned at least 30 units of core courses in BS Chemical Engineering, and MS degree in Chemical Engineering or related fields from a recognized institution;
- for non-MS Chemical Engineering graduates, must have earned at least 12 units of core courses in MS Chemical Engineering;
- have a GWA of 1.75 or better in the MS degree;
- have at least three (3) years of relevant experience in research certified by his/her Agency;
- have at least one (1) refereed publication, lead, senior or sole author, in a reputable journal within the last five (5) years; and
- must undergo and pass the assessment process conducted by the evaluation committee of relevant academic unit.
*equivalent degrees or related fields may refer to such degree programs as Environmental Engineering, Industrial Chemistry, Biochemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Materials Engineering; Material Science and Engineering, Engineering and Applied Sciences, Fermentation Technology, Biotechnology, Biological & Agricultural Engineering, etc. subject to the evaluation of the evaluation committee based on their curricular content.
For interested applicants, you can view the application procedure here: https://gs.uplb.edu.ph/admission/how-to-apply/.
GRADUATE COURSES
| COURSE | Description |
| ChE 399 | Graduate Seminar (3 units) |
| ChE 400 | Doctoral Dissertation (12 units) |
Graduation Requirements
Graduation from the PhD by Research in Chemical Engineering program shall require the following University requirements:
- Completion of three (3) – one (1) unit graduate seminar courses for a total credit of 3 units;
- Passing of the final examination (dissertation defense) in a public colloquium;
- Satisfaction of the external review;
- Submission of the dissertation manuscript; and
- Submission of three (3) articles published (or at least accepted for publication) in a refereed journal based on the dissertation.
Sample Plan of StudY
| COURSE NO. | TITLE | UNITS |
| FIRST YEAR | ||
| 1st Semester | ||
| ChE 399 | Graduate Seminar | 1 |
| ChE 400 | Doctoral Dissertation | 3 | 2nd Semester |
| ChE 400 | Doctoral Dissertation | 3 | SECOND YEAR |
| 1st Semester | ||
| ChE 399 | Graduate Seminar | 1 |
| ChE 400 | Doctoral Dissertation | 3 |
| 2nd Semester | ||
| ChE 400 | Doctoral Dissertation | 3 |
| THIRD YEAR | ||
| 1st Semester | ||
| ChE 399 | Graduate Seminar | 1 |
| ChE 400 | Doctoral Dissertation | (1) |
| 2nd Semester | ||
| ChE 400 | Doctoral Dissertation | (1) |
Research and Thesis Topics
A. Biochemical/Fermentation Engineering
B. Environmental Engineering
Water and Wastewater Treatment
Solid Wastes Management
Hazardous Waste Management
Membrane Technology
Environmental Impact Assessment
Production of Value-Added Products
C. Industrial Byproduct and Wastes Utilization
D. Energy Engineering
Biofuels Production
Biofuels Conversion Technology
Waste-to-Energy
E. Process Optimization and Engineering
F. Life Cycle Assessment
Scholarships
- Engineering Research and Development for Technology (ERDT)
Contact Details
For more information, please contact:
The Chairman
Department of Chemical Engineering
Andres P. Aglibut Ave., UP Los Baños, College, Laguna, Philippines 4031
Phone/Fax +63 49 536-2315
Email [email protected]
Website dche.ceat.uplb.edu.ph
Applications for admission should be made to:
The Dean
Graduate School
UP Los Baños, College, Laguna, Philippines 4031
Website gs.uplb.edu.ph